Tag: DNA
Ancient DNA reveals diverse origins of Machu Picchu inhabitants: a boon for genealogy enthusiasts
Researchers have utilized ancient DNA to shed light on the origins of workers buried more than five centuries ago within the Inca Empire, specifically at the iconic site of Machu Picchu.
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Genetic variant specific to African ancestry is associated with increased Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers have found that having a genetic variant observed often in people of African ancestry may increase a person’s risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.
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Woman discovers long-lost family through DNA test
Susan Towers, who was adopted as an infant, has finally discovered the identity of her birth mother and other long-lost family after taking a DNA test at the age of 60.
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How to Use DNA Testing for Adoptees and Others with Unknown Lineages
In this article, FHZ explores how to use DNA testing for adoptees, including the types of tests available, how to choose a testing company and test type, and how to interpret and use your results.
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How to use DNA testing to trace your ancestry
In this article, we will discuss how to use DNA testing to trace your ancestry. We will explore the different types of DNA tests available, the benefits and limitations of each test, and how to interpret your results.
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DNA testing identifies deceased woman found in 1993
DNA testing of a woman found dead behind a hotel in Georgia in 1993 has brought new hope to investigators and the victim’s family.
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DNA Journey: Alex Brooker uncovers secrets of his ancestry
DNA Journey: presenter Alex Brooker had the chance to uncover the secrets of his ancestry including his great-grandmother’s sad childhood.
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50-year search ends with a DNA test
Ian Harrison, a 66-year-old business coach from Canada, achieved his late father’s life goal of finding his long-lost family using a DNA test.
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DNA Journey returns!
DNA Journey returns on Tuesday 7th March following four different celebrity duos who set off on a quest to discover where they come from.
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New DNA technology helped solve serial rape case
A relatively new DNA technology, forensic genetic genealogy, has played a crucial role in solving a serial rape case in Lexington, Kentucky.
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Genealogists ID dismembered woman found in 1971
Genealogists have helped Arizona authorities identify a woman whose body was found dismembered and stuffed in a sack in the desert in January 1971.
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Identical men with same name decide to do a DNA test
Two baseball players decide to do a DNA after realising they not only share striking appearance similarities, but also the exact same name!
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Genealogy Books
Discover these fantastic family history and genealogy books!